IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure to follow all • liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. • Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit. •...
• Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the gardening appliance. • Use only Greenworks batteries. • Store idle appliances - When not in use, string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk. • Do not point the string trimmer in the direction of people or pets. •...
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER (See Figure 1.) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules, in both this manual and the operator’s manuals for all attachments that your are using with this power head.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. •...
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ASSEMBLY SLOT GRASS DEFLECTOR Fig.2 INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD(See Figure 3.) W A R N I N G Read and understand entire Operator’s Manual for each optional attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in W A R N I N G Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while power head is running.
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ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE(See Figure 4.) BOLT Fig.4 • Press the front handle onto the power head shaft so that the handle is angled toward the rear handle. • Place the front handle along the power head shaft to a position that allows for comfortable operation.
OPERATION W A R N I N G Read and understand entire Operator’s Manual for each optional attachment used on this power head and follow all warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in W A R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with product to make you careless.
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OPERATION Fig.5 OPERATING THE TRIMMER (See Figures 6) W A R N I N G Motor housing may become hot during operation. Do not rest or place your arm, hand, or any 13 (depending on attachment used) during trimmer operation with all body parts clear of motor housing (or as shown in the applicable attachment Operator’s Manual).
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OPERATION Fig.6 W A R N I N G Always hold the power head away from the body keeping clearance between the body and the product. Any contact with the attachment cutting head can result in burns and/or other serious personal injury..
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OPERATION INSTALLING STRING IN STRING HEAD See Figure 7 1. Line up the slots on the spool cap with the slots on the string head. Spool Cap 2. Insert line through the string head hole. Push line until it exits the opposite string head hole. String Head 3.
OPERATION LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE See Figure 9. CUT-OFF BLADE Fig.9 CUTTING TIPS (See Figures 10) • Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your body. (Proper operating position • Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. •...
MAINTENANCE W A R N I N G When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. W A R N I N G Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
MAINTENANCE NOTE: Do not use any strong detergents on the plastic housing or the handle. They can be damaged by certain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and by solvents such as kerosene. STORING THE POWER HEAD • Clean all foreign material from the product. •...
(4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...